APRS

Automatic Packet Reporting System -A digital communications channel for ham radio.APRS sends small/slow packets out to a mesh of repeaters which hold the packets for 10-30 min before being archived off the map. Typical uses for APRS include:» Weather» Position…

IORBOT

…Text:   HI  to +1(855)520-0494 [WHAT] – Is IORBOT?   IORBOT is an SMS based script that can respond to a handful of useful commands for IOR ClubMembers and their guests.   –Like what?» IORBOT can check drivers into events while…

HowTo: IOR EVENT TrailLeader

WHY: IOR_EVENT_TRACKER offers two main benefits:✔ – Easy Driver CheckIns and Tracking✔ – Easy, accurate, and repeatable information sharing with drivers. (COMMS Info, TrailInfo, Special Details/Notes…etc) CREATE:Leaders, follow this link to [CREATE_IOR_EVENT]You’ll need a Simple EventTitle – Keep it Unique,…

Baofeng

How to manually program a simplex channel Step 1. Press [VFO/MR] and enter Frequency Mode. Step 2. Press [A/B] and choose the A Side (upper display).The A side must be used to program channels into the radio. Programming data entered on the B…

CallSign! – What’s Next

Outstanding! you just received your ham call sign. Now what?How do you get better at being a smooooooth ham operator? Practice – Practice – Practice – Practice – Practice – Practice – Practice Check out [https://repeaterbook.com], they’ve got listings for…

COMMS

UPDATED-22.02.21 So many choices, ham, FRS/GMRS/MURS, CB… What’s the difference? Which ones do IOR use? Why all these choices? ham radio offers superior range and fidelity. In remote areas, ham radio is the overall technical preference. + Better range, transmission…